Description

Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet is used to treat excess production of a natural hormone called prolactin. Excess production of this hormone is due to unknown causes or abnormal growths in the pituitary. This medicine helps in preventing infertility, sexual problems, and bone loss caused by excess prolactin production in men and in women who are not breastfeeding. It is also used as a second line therapy in the treatment of signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease along with carbidopa-levodopa or as a single agent in case of failure of or intolerance to a non-ergot compound.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet

Hypersensitivitysevererare

Painful menstruationsevere

Burning or tingling sensation of hands and feetsevere

Breast painsevere

Heartburnsevere

Constipationsevere

Nausea and vomiting

Blurred visionsevere

Difficulty in breathingsevere

Decrease in frequency of urinationsevere

Swelling of ankles or feetsevere

SEVERE

Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.

RARE

Observed in a small fraction of population.

This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

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Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet

Onset of action

The time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of effect

The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 7 to 28 days.

Safe with alcohol?

moderate

Alcohol should not be consumed while receiving this medicine since it may increase the risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if alcohol is consumed during treatment with this medicine.

Is it habit forming?

No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is considered safe for consumption by pregnant women. However, all the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet, and hence can be used as its substitute.

What is it prescribed for?

Uses of Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet

Hyperprolactinemia

Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperprolactinemia, a condition where there is an excess production of prolactin which may cause infertility, sexual problems, or bone loss in men and women who are not breastfeeding.

Parkinson's disease

Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet is used as a second line therapy in the treatment of signs and symptoms of Parkinson's disease as an adjunct to carbidopa-levodopa or as a single agent in case of failure of or intolerance to a non-ergot compound.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to cabergoline or any ergot alkaloids or any other components present along with it.

Hypertension

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with uncontrolled hypertension due to the increased risk of serious cardiovascular adverse effects.

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Dosage

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor immediately in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcoholmoderate

Description

- N/A

Instructions

- Alcohol should not be consumed while receiving this medicine since it may increase the risk of dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if alcohol is consumed during treatment with this medicine.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Cardiac valvular disorders

severe

Use of Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet in patients with heart valve disorders is not recommended. It is advised to perform a cardiovascular evaluation prior to beginning therapy with this medicine. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all your medical conditions before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Hypotension

severe

Caution is advised while using this medicine in patients with Parkinson's disease and patients who are receiving high blood pressure medicines due to the increased risk of hypotension while getting up from a lying or sitting position. Close monitoring of blood pressure is necessary during treatment with this medicine. Patients are advised to get up slowly from a sitting or lying position to avoid these episodes.

Psychosis

severe

Caution is advised while using this medicine in patients with a history of psychotic episodes due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Patients should be monitored closely for any changes in mood or behavior.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet following all the instructions on the leaflet or the package insert. Do not take in larger amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

- This medicine is considered safe for consumption by pregnant women. However, all the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

- This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women.

General warnings

Hepatic dysfunction

- Caution is advised while using this medicine in patients with liver diseases due to an increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver functions is advised for such patients.

Use in pediatrics

- This medicine is not recommended for use in children.

Lactation suppression

- This medicine is not recommended for suppressing milk production due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects such as stroke, hypertension, and seizures.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Caberlact 0.25 mg Tablet decreases the amount of prolactin in the body by blocking the excess production from the pituitary gland.

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